Liverpool & Man City Lose Out As Valentin Barco Complete Brighton Move

Brighton defeats Manchester City and Liverpool as Boca Juniors sensation Valentin Barco completes his incredible move to the Amex Stadium.

The talented under-23 international has agreed to a four-and-a-half-year deal with Brighton that will run until June 2028 for a $10 million (£7.87 million) transfer fee. Barco is a flexible player who thrives as a winger and full-back, particularly on the left side.

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Brighton technical director David Weir said in a statement: “We have been aware of Valentin for a long time and have been impressed with the progress he has made at domestic and international level. We’re delighted to welcome him to the club, and we are looking forward to seeing how he progresses and develops under Roberto.

“He has played predominantly on the left side, as a full-back, wing-back or winger, but also shown his versatility with Boca, playing across the midfield. He is an exciting prospect, but it’s also important we give him the time as he needs to settle and adapt to new surroundings and the Premier League.”

Barco is currently engaged in international duty at the Conmebol qualifiers for the Paris Olympic Games, and he is expected to join Brighton after the conclusion of the tournament in early February. Consequently, he might miss several league games, including clashes against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Luton, and Crystal Palace, as well as the FA Cup fourth-round tie against Sheffield United.

Barco made 35 appearances for Boca Juniors and was instrumental in the team’s success in the Copa Libertadores last season. He has four assists and one goal with Boca‘s senior team.